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Martin Rhodes

Martin Rhodes

LabourMP for Glasgow North

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Debate

Climate Change

“I very much welcome the opportunity for this House to debate the seventh carbon budget, but as important as this debate is, it cannot be the only place in which this discussion is held. I welcome the Government’s recognition of this in thei…”

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Debate

Pride Month

“This time last year, in the debate on Pride Month in this House, I told the story of one of my constituents who had served in the military and had been dismissed because of his sexuality. He was treated at that time with a casual brutality.…”

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Business of the House

“I recently attended a Glasgow schools clean air event, organised by Parents for Future Scotland, at which I met pupils from St Charles’, St Mary’s and St Patrick’s primary schools in Glasgow North. They are leading inspiring work to tackle …”

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Business of the House

“This week marked the 22nd anniversary of the devastating Stockline ICL Plastics factory explosion in Woodside in my constituency, in which nine people tragically lost their lives. Given continuing concerns about corporate accountability, ma…”

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Questions

Prime Minister's Question Time

“Q6. People in Summerston in my constituency are experiencing antisocial behaviour. They tell me that what makes the greatest difference is visible local police officers on the beat. However, since 2017, local police numbers in Glasgow have …”

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Questions

Prime Minister's Question Time

“The devastating fire on Union Street in Glasgow has destroyed small businesses and an iconic part of the city’s heritage, but the exceptional skill and courage of our emergency services prevented an even greater tragedy. We need a rapid, th…”

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Business of the House

“Can the Leader of the House make Government time available for a debate on involving young people in decision making? When I recently visited primary 6 classes at St Monica’s primary school in my constituency, they made thoughtful points ab…”

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Questions

Oral questions: Scotland

“Labour promised to renew the nation’s contract with those who served our country. Therefore, can the Minister set out what support the new veterans strategy will provide for the around 10,000 veterans in Glasgow?…”

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LGBT+ History Month

“I thank my honourable Friend the Member for Nottingham East (Nadia Whittome) for her introduction to the debate. According to data compiled by the House of Commons Library, over 10% of the population of my Glasgow North constituency identif…”

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Business of the House

“I recently hosted a drop-in advice surgery with my honourable Friend the Member for Glasgow West (Patricia Ferguson) for people living with dementia and their carers. I was struck by the vital role played by local dementia support groups, s…”

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Business of the House

“I recently visited Hawthorn Housing Co-operative in my constituency. It has been a registered social landlord since 1987, and it provides homes and services to around 364 tenant members. Given the Government’s strong support for the co-oper…”

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Debate

Business of the House

“An organisation in my constituency, the Courtyard Pantry Enterprise, has this year established the Wester Common unity market, a community market that has seen growing demand from residents who are increasingly dissatisfied with the lack of…”

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Debate

Budget Resolutions

“I welcome the Budget set out yesterday by the Chancellor. The Labour party was founded on the principles of social justice, redistribution and universal rights, and the progressive nature of the Budget helps to deliver on those principles. …”

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Statement

Ministerial statement: Gaza and Sudan

“I welcome the Foreign Secretary’s reference to the west bank in her statement. Others have made reference to the highest levels of attacks by settlers on Palestinians in the area. Will the Government now consider taking the step that other …”

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Business of the House

“I was recently asked to visit a shop in my constituency that has suffered over 100 reported robberies since opening last November. These incidents not only involve theft, but threats and attacks on staff. This situation is unfolding against…”

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Debate

Devolution in Scotland

“I thank the honourable Member for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross (Jamie Stone) for securing the debate and for his thoughtful and reflective opening speech. Although the Scottish Parliament may be a place of hotly debated politics, t…”

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Business of the House

“During the recent Fairtrade Fortnight, many constituents contacted me with concerns about the need for good business practices. Will the Leader of the House schedule a debate in Government time on mandatory due diligence to protect against …”

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Business of the House

“Will the Leader of the House make time for a debate on the accessibility of banking services for disabled people and those with additional support needs? That would follow concerns raised with me by the banking campaign steering group—part …”

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